...Through my recent work as a choir director, I focused on utilizing music theory to enhance my ensemble's performance ability. I also designed a music theory course for students to take, which was a first for the district. Music Theory and Ear Training are subjects that can challenge many aspiring Music and Music Education majors. (read more)
...I was a teaching assistant in the Spanish Department at the University of Northern Iowa while doing my teacher's certification. I have taught secondary school Spanish classes for over 20 years both here in the United States and in American Overseas Schools Central and South America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East. I am both bilingual and bicultural.MA and BA in Spanish. (read more)
...I also aim to put the thinking on the students. Teachers can sometimes fall into the habit of telling information rather than allowing students to make discoveries and put the pieces together on their own. I aim to act as a guide with each of my students while making sure that I don't take away the magic of students reaching conclusions on their own. (read more)
...I do have some experience teaching as I worked in day care facilities with a wide variety of ages for about 20 years. Any questions? Just ask. (read more)